Job Description

Summer Intern for students studying Supply Chain (or related field).  Intern will assist with all related logistics functions from raw material to delivery of finished goods, including develop activities involved within all area of manufacturing.  

Internship will run for approximately three (3) months.  Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

1. Assist Logistics Manager and site operations in Freight Billing tasks to include:

• Correlate freight invoices with sales order and purchase order ID’s
• Update part costing to ERP system include inbound freight cost per unit
• Calculate average cost / cwt per shipping site
• Calculate average cost / cwt per vender
• Identify and assist in billing corrections
• Calculate and communicate freight charge for direct shipments
• UPS Parcel/Courier – review billing to ensure that costs are captured
• Quote Generation – all applicable quotes needed by Pyrotek

1. Assist with Request for Proposal (RFP), through data/rate gathering and routing guide.
2. Work with carriers/freight forwarders to promptly and effectively resolve service issues.
3. Gather data to assist with the negotiation of contracts and pricing with carriers across all modes and regions that drive value creation for Pyrotek USA’s Transportation strategy.
4. Accurately monitor and audit freight rating and invoicing to ensure pricing integrity, internal adherence to best practices, and to explore cost/efficiency improvements.
5. Effectively assist Pyrotek sites on data capabilities related to transportation, transportation spend, analysis and optimization, and international freight process improvements.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by an team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT Generally, work in an office environment.  Will be required to go onto plant floor occasionally as needs/issues arise where Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.  

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field, plus experience with contract management and negotiation experience including all modes of international freight, customs processes, including air freight, ocean, small parcel, less than truckload (LTL) and truckload (TL) classwork accepted. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES CORE PEOPLE SKILLS.  Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.  Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty. Progressive, flexible and team oriented.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS.  Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions.  Maintain a persuasive and credible presentation style.

COMPUTER/APPLICATIONS SKILLS. Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems including ERP system. Strong Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products such as Word, Excel, Project, etc.

CORE BUSINESS SKILLS. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy.

PROFESSIONAL INVESTMENT.  Demonstrated commitment to own personal professional development and learning. Ability to learn about and apply technical products to various industrial manufacturing processes.

Additional Information

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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